Grengar of the Darkveil Ethnicity in Ayrul | World Anvil

Grengar of the Darkveil

The Grengdar are a people who live in the Darkveil Forest, which is named after the barrier that was constructed between the shadow realm and the other realms to keep the evil there locked away. They were created when an evil Stillari created a temporary hole in that barrier. They worship their ancestors and their king as a living god.   Customs and traditions in the Grengdar culture include:  
  • Worship of their king as a living god who is the embodiment of power and authority.
  • A deep interest in and study of the cycle of life and death, and the natural order of things.
  • A belief in the power of their king to shape the world and create a better future.
  • A strong sense of community and cooperation, as well as a deep respect for tradition and craftsmanship.
  • A belief in embodying the characteristics of their king, both physically and mentally.
  • A deep spiritual and emotional connection to their king.
  • A deep interest in magic, necromancy, and the balance of life and death.
  • A deep hatred of all gods and belief that they are not needed.
  • The King of the grengar Zholani is immortal and has existed since the first.
  The Grengdar believe that by worshiping their ancestors and their king as a living god they will be able to shape the world to their will and create a better future for themselves and their people. They see the pursuit of knowledge and understanding of the cycle of life and death as a sacred duty, and they strive to constantly improve and advance their understanding of the natural order of things.   They also believe that by embodying the characteristics of their king, both physically and mentally, they will be able to improve their strength, durability, and resilience. They see this as a way to push the limits of what is possible and to become the best versions of themselves.   The Grengdar are a people who are driven by tradition and a desire to understand the balance of life and death. They see the pursuit of knowledge and understanding of the cycle of life and death as a sacred duty, and they strive to constantly improve and advance their understanding of the natural order of things. They have a deep hatred of all gods and belief that they are not needed. Their King is immortal and has existed since the first.   In DnD they are Trolls with Hill Giant stats

Naming Traditions

Unisex names

Zroak, Kthe,Yreik, Tzrek, Mohaz, Nafir, Zynht, Kethr, Yreni, Tzarai, Mohadith, Nafira

Family names

Zlkum, Ktmen, Tzael, Mhoud, Nafra


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